Ask the Experts (Part 2)

Kelsey Lessick • July 26, 2024

Read on as we answer more of your questions about wedding dress shopping from our “Ask the Experts” series.

Are Tik-Tok videos and Instagram images of wedding dresses swimming in your head? Is your wedding dress shopping turning from fun to frantic? Don’t stress, we got you. Keep reading as we answer some common questions about dress shopping that we hear from our brides.

Question one: How do I know which wedding dress style or shape will look good on me?

It is important to try on different wedding dress shapes and sizes. You can spend a considerable amount of time pinning images of dresses to your inspiration board but until you try them on, you will have no idea what actually looks good on you. This is where a really good bridal consultant will help you narrow down likes and dislikes. For your first time trying on wedding dresses, our best piece of advice is to try on a sampling of everything. By the end of your appointment you will have a basic idea of your likes and dislikes. Don’t want an A-line dress? Try one on. Don’t think lace is your thing? Try one on. Don’t like strapless gowns? Try one on! You get the idea, be open and you just might be surprised by what you find you like!

Question two: What is an A-line dress?

A model wearing a white A-line wedding dress with floral straps and a sweetheart neckline against a neutral background.

Azura by Caroline Castigliano

Resembling the letter “A” the A-line dress is characterized by its fitted bodice, cinching at the natural waistline, before it gradually flares out into a moderately full skirt. Creating effortless elegance and an elongated stature, this shape is ideal for the classic bride who prioritizes comfort and mobility. An A-line dress can also be a ballgown, it just depends on how big or full the skirt is.

Question three: What is a fit and flare or trumpet dress?

A model poses in a strapless, floor-length lace wedding dress against a backdrop of large, cream-colored paper flowers.

Mikaella Style 2452

A trumpet dress has a straight-lined skirt that flares toward the hem. This fit and flare style hugs the bodice all the way to the mid-hip and then widens gradually to the bottom. This wedding dress style is perfect for women who prefer to accentuate their curves while enjoying the ease of movement. From the body shape perspective, a trumpet or fit and flare dress is ideal for the hourglass brides. The trumpet and fit and flare is not the same as a mermaid dress. The mermaid dress will cling through the hip and flare at the knees or below, making walking a bit more of a challenge.

Question four: What is the difference between a fit and flare and a sheath dress?

A person poses in a strapless, floor-length white wedding dress against a textured, warm-toned brown background.

Jenny Yoo – Dovima

A sheath wedding dress features a skirt that falls straight and is a gown that tends to be more fitted to your body type. They show off your curves while having a more simple, minimalist design and do not flare out at the hip. This style can be flattering on a variety of shapes and sizes.

A woman in an off-the-shoulder, white floor-length wedding gown with sheer, beaded, floor-length sleeves.

Jenny Yoo – Olivia

Having a basic understanding of the “lingo”  that you may encounter while wedding dress shopping is always helpful. Remember to try a variety of styles and silhouettes so that you can figure out which one you look and feel the best in!

Happy wedding dress shopping and let us know are there any more questions you want to “Ask the Experts”!

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